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Herbs ~ Siberian Ginseng
(Eleutherococcus senticosus)
This ancient Chinese tonic, rediscovered by the Russians after World War II, helps an individual withstand stress.It appears to benefit the whole body, sharpening physical and mental performance and restoring vitality during times of overwork or illness.
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WHAT IT IS |
FOUND IN HERBALIFE PRODUCTS
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- Combats stress-related illness.
- Fights fatigue; restores energy.
- Enhances immunity and helps with chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia.
- Supports sexual function; may improve fertility in both sexes.
- Eases symptoms of menopause.
- May boost mental alertness in people with Alzheimer's disease.
| Also called eleuthero, Siberian ginseng is a distant botanical cousin of Panax ginseng, which is better known.Although not as revered (or expensive) as the Panax species, Siberian ginseng has been used in China for thousands of years to enhance the body's vital energy (qi), restore memory, and prevent colds and flu.It is derived from Eleutherococcus senticosus, a plant native to eastern Russia, China, Korea, and Japan; supplements are usually made from the dried roots. The herb gained prominence among Western doctors in the 1950s, after a Russian health researcher, I. I. Brekhman, completed experiments examining effects on thousands of men and women.His studies demonstrated that Siberian ginseng could help healthy people withstand physical stress, improve their immune systems, and increase their mental and physical performance.Subsequent research revealed the herb's potential for treating specific ailments. | |
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WHAT IT DOES |
LATEST FINDINGS
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- Tablet
- Capsule
- Tincture
- Dried herb/Tea
- Softgel
- Powder
| Siberian ginseng contains substances that exert beneficial effects on the adrenals (the small glands on top of the kidneys that secrete stress-fighting hormones).It also raises energy levels and enhances immunity.Studies show that the herb is effective in protecting againstall kinds of physical stresses: heat, cold, even radiation.It heightens mental alertness and allows the mind to focus in adverse situations.By reducing the effects of stress and supporting the immune system, Siberian ginseng may also be of value in decreasing the risk of many chronic illnesses.
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- In Germany, Siberian ginseng is approved by medical authorities for use as an invigorating tonic for fatigue, weakness, an inability to work, impaired concentration, and convalescence from illness.But it may not be effective at enabling a fit, well-nourished American athlete to run any faster or longer.When 20 highly trained distance runners were given Siberian ginseng, they didn't perform any better in treadmill tests than their peers on placebos.
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MAJOR BENEFITS |
DID YOU KNOW
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- Siberian ginseng may interfere with heart medications.In one 74-year-old man, taking the herb along with digoxin caused the drug to accumulate in his body, reaching dangerous levels.
- Reminder: If you have a medical condition, talk to your doctor before taking supplements.
| Siberian ginseng is often recommended as a general revitalizer for people who are fatigued (including those recovering from illness and those who are overworked).It's also suggested for people whose ability to work is impaired, or for those whose concentration is weak.Studies in Russia involving 2,100 healthy men and women ages 19 to 72 who were given extracts of the herb found that ginseng improved the following: physical labor performance; proofreading accuracy; radio telegraphists speed and precision in noisy surroundings; the ability of humans to adapt to hot temperatures, as well as to a high-altitude, low-oxygen environment; and their ability to withstand motion sickness. Because it also enhances immunity, Siberian ginseng is frequently included in nutritional support programs for people with chronic fatigue syndrome or fibromyalgia.In addition, it may benefit people in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease by increasing mental alertness.
| After the Chernobyl nuclear accident, many Russians were offered Siberian ginseng to help minimize the effects of the radiation. |
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GUIDELINES FOR USE
| | The herb appears to be very safe at recommended doses.In rare cases, it may cause mild diarrhea.Some people report feeling restless after taking Siberian ginseng, so do not have it too close to bedtime. | Ginseng may benefit people who are feeling fatigued and over stressed and those recovering from a long illness.The herb has been shown to balance the release of stress hormones in the body and support the organs that produce these hormones, namely the pituitary gland and hypothalamus in the brain and the adrenal glands, located on top of the kidneys.Ginseng may also enhance the production of endorphins, "feel-good" chemicals produced by the brain.
| Siberian ginseng can be taken on a long-term basis.However, some authorities suggest using it for three months and then stopping for a week or two.German health authorities do not recommend it for people with high blood pressure, though there are few studies to indicate any adverse reactions in this group.Because Siberian ginseng may interact with prescription medications, including some heart drugs, check with your doctor before taking it.
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